Poker News

Byron Liggett

Once again, it’s that time of year when players pack the POKER EXPRESS. When last contacted by this columnist, it was winding through Washington, the Evergreen State.

Every boy ‘n girl wants a good seat on the Poker Express. Among the most popular stations where players can get tickets to ride is the Drift-On-Inn, in north Seattle. Its owner, Mark Mitchell, is the Conductor on the Poker Express. Conductor Mitchell understands what players on the Poker Express want; he’s been ridin’ the rails a long time. “They’re seeking adventure, excitement, action, and romance. Here at the Drift-On-Inn we fulfill their fantasies”, he smiles. And, if it’s fame and stardom you want, the Conductor will be happy to let you off in Hollywood. It’s a multi-million dollar gaming, dining and entertainment club right next door to the Drift-On-Inn. In addition to poker, it features one of the most impressive private collections of movie star autographs and memorabilia in the country handsomely displayed throughout the premises.

Traveling north, in Everett, the Flop Flyer stops at everybody’s favorite, the Final Table Casino. For a lot of players, this is the only Final Table they’ll ever see. But it’s a good one. There’s a fine restaurant (called “The Final Table”) and a sexy nightclub appropriately called “Club No Limit”.

Remember, real players make it to the Final Table. Grand Central Station for poker in the Seattle/Tacoma area is the Muckleshoot Casino, in Auburn. Poker Manager Dennis Willits is the Station Master. Whether you’re going to Omaha or Texas, you won’t have to wait long at the rail. What’s more, after the Holidays, the Muckleshoot intends to greatly expand its Poker Round-House. They’re going to more than double the number of tables, bringing the total to about 35! According to Willits, players won’t have a problem catching the Hold’em Limited or even the much faster Hold’em Unlimited.

The Poker Express has an exciting new stop in Olympia, the state capitol. The Red Wind Casino blew in a couple of months ago and it’s already become a favorite with breezy bettors. Poker Manager Mike Pettigrew invites everyone to fly flops in the Red Wind.

Next, the Poker Express pulls into La Center, where players can experience The Last Frontier. It’s like a gold mining town, packed with players all looking for a big strike. GM Michael Holt is Sheriff. Casino Manager Elliot Peskin is Marshall. The two men have made the Last Frontier popular Poker Territory.

The Poker Express now follows the mighty Columbia River east to the wheat fields and ranches of the Yakima Valley. The next stop is no ordinary station; it’s the Legends Casino, where players come to prey, or be preyed for.

The Lady of the Legends, Poker Manager April Moses- Hyipeer, tends to her flop flock, providing encouragement and faith. She tells them they must go to the river to find The Truth. Loaded with sinners and winners, it’s time to boogey. The Poker Express heads north to Spokane, for the Classic Rock Casino. This is where Elvis, Jerry Lee, and Fats Domino play. Instead of Dick Clark, Poker Manager Mike Hansen is leader of this American Hand-stand. There’s always a Flop Hop being played and lots of rock’n rollers ready to do their thing… or yours.

Every kid wants to take a ride on the Poker Express this time of year. With visions of locks, big pots, and fantasy flops stuffed in their heads, they can’t wait to get a seat. So, to those of you who will ride the Poker Express over the Holidays, may all your flops be hits!

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